James MacDougall (2027) outlasted Randal Gingerich (1726) in a sharp position with time running low for both players to finish in clear first with 4.5 points and win the 2013 Columbia Chess Club Championship!! The Runner Up in 2009 & 2010 took a first round bye, then reeled off four straight wins to claim his first club title in a field of twenty seven!
Ben Caiello (2023) won over Adam Shaw (1817) as Philipp Lamby (2225) defeated Chris Labrecque (1632) and really put the pressure on Board 1 as a draw would have created a four way tie for first! Ben takes home the Runner Up Trophy on tie breaks over Philipp.
Josh Lewer (1411) took the point from Christian Dunlap (1066) to finish with 3.5 points and win the U1605 Trophy on tie breaks over Randall. Christian took home the U1205 Trophy beating out five other eligible players.
Andrew Manion (1340) found the win over Jordan Anderson (1245) and claimed the Top Jr. Trophy finishing with 3.5 points.
Leo Rabulan (2112) finished with a win over Ralph Buske (1341), Birney Blind (1242) claimed the point as Shaun McCoy (1414) snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. Paul Potylicki (1509) outlasted Dan Quigley (1801) and Jared Whiting (780) took the point from Guna Yarramareddy (803)
Congratulations to all the 2013 Trophy Winners! Rated results are HERE.
Next week is Ashland Quick XXXVI.
The State Scholastic Championship is this Saturday here in Columbia! Good Luck to our Jr players that are competing!
Upcoming Tournaments:
Apr 13 - Yadkin Valley Senior Quads I, Dobson, NC
Apr 20-21 - 5th Senior Open, Travelers Rest, SC
Apr 27 - Lowry Grand Prix, Evans, GA
May 24-26 - South Carolina Open, Greenville, SC
Be sure to check the SC Calendar & NC Calendar for a full list of weekend events.
Showing posts with label State Scholastics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label State Scholastics. Show all posts
Friday, March 22, 2013
Thursday, February 16, 2012
State Scholastics - Feb 25 Here in Columbia!
More South Carolina Kids Are Enjoying Chess
Columbia, S.C. – The world has become a more competitive place. Our children need every advantage one can grasp in order to succeed in a fast-paced, result-driven society. Some South Carolina students and parents are turning to the age-old game of chess to help sharpen their logic and critical thinking skills. A number of well-researched studies seem to indicate that the benefits of chess do just that, and more. Acknowledging their desire to have these analytical minds of their campuses, a growing list of U.S. colleges and universities offer chess scholarships.
The South Carolina Chess Association (SCCA) stands ready to help guide those that wish to participate in casual or tournament play. The SCCA was originally founded in 1926 and serves the players from our state by furthering the enjoyment of chess. They maintain a website at www.scchess.org which contains noteworthy state chess news, links to local club activity, and information about adult and scholastic tournaments.
One of the SCCA’s premier events, the South Carolina Scholastic Championships, will be held on February 25th at the Samuel A. Heyward Career & Technology Center. The center is located at 3560 Lynhaven Drive in Columbia. Any K-12 student that wants to play is encouraged to come to the tournament. All levels of experience are welcome and equipment is provided. Over the last several years, the event has annually attracted about 90 contestants from all across the state. Last year’s banner attendance of 137 players shows that the game’s popularity is on the rise in South Carolina. This year’s tournament features a new format, which splits the old K-5 elementary section into a K-3 (primary division) and a 4-5 (elementary division). “This change was made to make our younger players more comfortable by playing someone closer to their age”, said Mr. David Whatley, the State Scholastic Coordinator. Also new this year is a top-female trophy for each of the four sections. “It is my hope that these new changes will make for a more enjoyable tournament experience for all of South Carolina’s scholastic players”, he added.
Columbia Chess club members have claimed the right to represent S.C. at the Denker Tournament of High School Champions twice in the past three years with Daniel Dodds in 2009 and Dan Caiello in 2011. Ben Caiello claimed the Middle School title in 2010 and now has sights set on the big prize.
There are some nominal fees associated with participation. A regular 1-year U.S. Chess Federation membership runs between $17 and $26, depending on age (the USCF membership can be purchased online at www.uschess.org ). The 1-year SCCA membership of $5, and the tournament entry fee of $15 can be paid on site, or in advance (see SCCA website for details concerning advance payment, registration, and match times) or email whatleydavid@bellsouth.net.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Ben Caiello Middle School Champion!!
The SC State Scholastic Championships were held in Columbia on Sat, March 6. Ben Caiello won the Middle School Championship posting a perfect 5-0!
In the High School section, Christian Dunlap is the 9th grade Champion and Daniel Caiello is the 10th grade Champion!!
Erik Anderson and Chris Aluri also posted positve scores with 3 points each in the Elementary section!
A fine showing by our club's Jr. members!
The final results can be found HERE.
In the High School section, Christian Dunlap is the 9th grade Champion and Daniel Caiello is the 10th grade Champion!!
Erik Anderson and Chris Aluri also posted positve scores with 3 points each in the Elementary section!
A fine showing by our club's Jr. members!
The final results can be found HERE.
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